Sr. Systems Engineering Manager
Location: US, CA, San Jose
Department: Oil & Energy

Company profile:
                                                                                 Staffing &amp; Recruiting done right for the Oil &amp; Energy Industry!Represented candidates are automatically granted the following perks: Expert negotiations on your behalf, maximizing your compensation package and implimenting ongoing increases Significant signing bonus by Refined Resources (in addition to any potential signing bonuses our client companies offer)1 Year access to AnyPerk: significant corporate discounts on cell phones, event tickets, house cleaning and everything inbetween.  You'll save thousands on daily expenditures Professional Relocation Services for out of town candidates* All candidates are encouraged to participate in our Referral Bonus Program ranging anywhere from $500 - $1,000 for all successfully hired candidates... referred directly to the Refined Resources teamPlease submit referrals via online Referral FormThank you and we look forward to working with you soon!  [ Click to enlarge Image ]

Job description:
 SUMMARY:   The Sr. Systems Engineering Manager is responsible for defining product system architecture including chipset selection, HW architecture, HW/FW split, system memory requirements and SW architecture for all Service Provider Business Unit products. This will include developing and maintaining products functional specifications, technical presentations, RFP responses and technical articles (white papers, case studies, and trade pub article placements). The systems architect works closely with Product Line Managers (PLMs), R&amp;D, HW &amp; Software development teams and ODM partners to ensure all key aspects of the systems architecture are addressed and implemented for success of the product line. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Review product requirements and define system architecture to meet the requirements.- Will be the owner of product system definition for all SPBU products.- Will participate in technical discussions with customer to present strengths of product architecture.- Review all new designs and implementations to ensure minimal deviation from existing architecture.- Defines, constantly reviews, and differentiates the feature sets of the entire product line and individual products active in the product life cycle.- Provide input for developing compelling and comprehensive product collateral to support SPBU Marketing and Sales teams for pre-sales and post-sales activities. Collateral includes Datasheets, Product Briefs/Slicks, White Papers, Case Studies, Product Presentations, and when needed, Videos.- Takes the role as internal expert as well as external spokesperson and evangelist for SPBU Products architecture.- Working closely with the software team, help develop a strong patent portfolio.- Provide technical leadership in responding to RFIs and RFPs.- Take high level feature requirements from marketing teams and customers and write detailed feature specifications and system architecture for the software team.- Work closely with partners to define architecture and testable requirements for taking new products and features to market.

Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS: Strong technical background, with prior experience working with Service Providers in the Telco, Cable and/or Mobile space.Must have the ability to transform abstract concepts into a concise, clear and structured requirement  documents including presentations and technical briefs. Ability to take a new technical standard, understand and translate detailed system architecture Strong understanding of networking and consumer electronics, technology and products related to product line.Good interpersonal skills and able to work well with people from all regions at all technical and management levels.Mature communication with partners, peers and managers.  Skillful verbal and writing abilities and effective presentation skills.Five to seven years of system architecture in telecom and networking experience with demonstrated knowledge of technology, industry and branding.Thorough understanding of the service provider market is a must.Demonstrated leadership skills to focus internal resources, coordinate R&amp;D and coordinate business partners. - Past background in system development including HW and SW is a must.B.S./ In Computer Science or Electrical Engineering.

Benefits:
WHAT IS BEING OFFERED:- Very competitive base salary- 30% bonus structure, guaranteed, annually.- Significant stake in equity/stock options.- Full benefits package along with many perks.- Opportunity for Executive-level advancement and career leverage.- World renowned leadership, mentorship and a very attractive culture/working environment.